Safer Soho

Soho, at the heart of London’s West End, is a colourful, vibrant and unique part of the city, home to restaurants, bars and shops and hosting thousands of residents, businesses and other visitors every day.

All this means that, sadly, it is also an area which attracts certain types of crime, including petty theft, drug-related activity, and unlicensed sex premises.

We are working hard with local residents and businesses to crack down on this illegal activity, whilst still preserving the unique character which has made Soho so famous.

Safer Soho Business Partnership

Crime and fear of crime have a significant negative impact on the profitability of businesses. We can help you to reduce shoplifting, alcohol related disorder, street drinking, begging and theft from your customers.

Click here to find out more, or to sign up, visit the Safer Soho Business Partnership website.

Safer Soho – positive charge

As part of the crackdown on the open drugs market in Soho local police have introduced a positive charge policy to discourage those people who come to the area for the purpose of recreational drug use. 

Click here to find out more.

Safer Soho – Special Constables

A new team of Special Constables (MSC) have started walking the beat in Soho. Over thirty new volunteer police officers started patrolling in May 2010 and have already contributed significantly to making the streets safer.

Click here to find out more.

Safer Soho - Worksafe training

If you own or run a business in Soho, we can offer training for you and your staff, to make sure that everyone feels safe and confident dealing with difficult or intimidating customers, and knows how to make your business as secure as possible.

The date for the next WorkSafe training session is 23rd February and it will be held at Council House, Marylebone.

Click here to find out more

Safer Soho – Residential Environmental Health

If you are a owner occupier or private tenant (including housing association tenants), we can advise, support and, in some cases, take direct action where the condition of your home may be affecting your health or causing you concern. 

Click here to find out more